People remember film with romanticism. I understand that. The photo below is of my grandparents. I never met my grandfather, whom I’m named after. When I view the original slide I know the light that reflected off my grandfather, through the camera lens, touched the film I now hold in my hand. I went onto … Read more
Digital photography was a revolution at the turn of the century. To help professional photographers, and their clients, in the transition from film, several Australian photographers banded together to create a set of digital photography guidelines. Working independently, and members of the Society of Australian Commercial & Media Photographers (ACMP), William Long, Robert Edwards, Murray … Read more
Elliott Erwitt has been my favourite photographer for as long as I can remember. This is not a bio on Erwitt, for that visit Magnum Photos. Rather it’s simply how an artist has influenced me, and my photography career. Art In Erwitt’s personal work, I love his wit, use of juxtaposition, irony and sense of … Read more
In the world of software development, the success of many well known companies can be attributed to the contributions of their developer community. These devs play a pivotal role in expanding and enhancing the capabilities of software programs, taking them beyond their out-of-the-box functionalities. Two examples of this are Adobe Photoshop and the Apple ecosystem, … Read more
Almost twenty years later, I’m again being asked to help with how to set up a professional photography workflow. Some context In the early noughties the move from film (I dislike the word analog) to digital photography introduced many challenges. Especially for professional photographers earning their living with the new medium. How we captured images, … Read more
Navigating the Learning Curve in Photography In the dynamic world of photography, the adage “fake it till you make it” takes on a unique significance. Many photographers have found themselves in situations where they accepted jobs that stretched their expertise to its limits, all in the pursuit of growth and new experiences. This approach, while … Read more
In a world inundated with information, capturing attention has become an art form of its own. Storytelling, once confined to ancient cave paintings and fireside tales has evolved into an integral aspect of modern marketing and communication. While the mediums have changed the essence remains the same – a powerful tool to connect, engage, and … Read more
Apple’s mini versions of their devices have always captivated me, and for good reason. As a professional photographer, I’ve discovered that these little wonders offer a range of benefits that significantly enhance my workflow and creativity. Mac mini: powerhouse in a tiny packageThe transition from my old Intel MacBook Pro to the Apple M1 Mac … Read more
With the increasing buzz around AI, many creatives have expressed concerns about its potential impact on their professions. As a commercial photographer, I have been using AI in various capacities for years, and now the spotlight is on Generative AI like ChatGPT and DALL-E from OpenAI. These tools claim to enable anyone to become proficient … Read more
In comparison to photographing on film, commercial photography captured on digital is way less expensive. By a factor of 6 times cheaper! Let’s take the example of a recent commercial photography job I completed for a long-time client. The total cost of the job was $3,000, which got me thinking about how different it would … Read more